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Thai Basil Chicken

Savory Thai Basil Chicken for a Fast Weeknight Feast

Delicious Thai Basil Chicken dish perfect for busy weeknights, combining tender chicken with bold flavors of fresh herbs and savory sauces.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound diced chicken thighs or boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Aromatics
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil with a high smoke point
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 shallots thinly sliced
For the Vegetables
  • 1 red chili adjust spice level as desired
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves can swap with sweet basil
For the Sauces
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce or a vegetarian alternative
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth

Equipment

  • large pan
  • wok
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes.
  2. Sauté minced garlic and sliced shallots for about 1 minute, stirring frequently until fragrant.
  3. Cook diced chicken thighs in the hot pan for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Add the sliced red chili and chopped bell pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Whisk together oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and chicken broth. Pour over the chicken and vegetables.
  6. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and flavors to meld.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in fresh Thai basil leaves until just wilted.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve over jasmine rice or in lettuce wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Monitor garlic closely while sautéing to avoid bitterness. The fresh basil should be added last to preserve flavor and aroma.

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